Doris L. (Bernier) Dechene, 79, of Somersworth died April 19, 2012 at her home following a period of failing health. Doris was born in Salem, MA December 5, 1932 the daughter of William and Suzanne (Leblanc) Bernier. Family was the number one priority in Doris life. She was married to her high school sweetheart, Henry Dechene. This fall, they would be married 60 years. In addition to Henry, she is survived by her children, Suzanne J. Harrison & William Yarrison, Henry A Dechene, Jr. and Virginia A Dechene, Diane L. Mounsey and Stephen Mounsey, Maryanne D. Hatch and Bryan Hatch Joanne L. Birman and Arthur Birman Doris 14 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren also survive her, as does her sister, Lucille Masse and Richard Masse and many nieces and nephews. Doris was preceded in death by her sister and husband, Lorraine Martel and Richard Martel. Relatives and friends may call Sunday from 4-8 pm at the Bernier Funeral Home 49 South Street Somersworth A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday at 11am at St Ignatius of Loyola Parish in St Martin Church, Somersworth with rev. Michael S. Taylor, pastor as celebrant. Please consider a contribution in Doris memory to the Alzheimer s Association Massachusetts and New Hampshire Chapter, 5 Bedford Farms Dr. Suite 201 Bedford, NH 03110 (donate by phone: 800.272.3900) or www.alz.org Arrangements are entrusted to the Bernier Funeral Home.